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Study on the Influencing Factors of Depression Among Middle-aged and Elderly Individuals Based on CHARLS 2020
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Abstract
Background: The understanding of depression's prevalence in this demographic and the exploration of its influencing factors are crucial in devising effective prevention and intervention strategies. The current study aims to establish a theoretical basis for preventing and intervening in depressive tendencies among middle-aged and elderly individuals, ultimately aiming to reduce the incidence of depression and improve their overall quality of life. Methods: The data for this study were obtained from the 2020 China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS), encompassing a total of 16,165 participants aged 45 years and above. To assess depression tendency, the simplified version of the Epidemiological Depression Scale (CES-D-10), a validated screening tool, was employed. The collected data were then subjected to rigorous statistical analysis using SPSS 25.0 software. Binary logistic regression models were utilized to examine the potential influencing factors associated with depression tendency among the study participants. Results: Of the 16,165 participants in the study, 5,321 individuals scored above 10 on CES-D-10, indicating a depression prevalence of 32.90% among the middle-aged and elderly population in China. Binary logistic regression analysis revealed several significant factors associated with depression in this demographic. Specifically, gender, place of residence, marital status, average sleep duration, habitual napping, exceeding average household expenditure, self-reported health status, and presence of bodily pain were identified as potential contributors to depression tendencies among middle-aged and elderly individuals. Conclusion: Based on the thorough investigation and analysis of the CHARLS 2020 data, it is evident that depression among middle-aged and elderly individuals is influenced by a multifaceted array of factors. For this specific target population, particular emphasis should be placed on individuals who are female, reside in suburban or rural areas, are divorced or have never married, experience short sleep duration (< 6 hours), habitually nap during the day, report poor self-assessed health, and frequently experience physical pain. Targeted preventive measures focusing on these vulnerable subgroups are paramount. Furthermore, timely psychological intervention for middle-aged and elderly individuals experiencing depressive symptoms is crucial to enhance their overall quality of life. By addressing these risk factors and providing appropriate support, we can contribute significantly to improving the mental health and well-being of middle-aged and elderly individuals in China.
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How to cite this paper
Study on the Influencing Factors of Depression Among Middle-aged and Elderly Individuals Based on CHARLS 2020
How to cite this paper: Qiyu Wang, Shuwen Deng. (2024) Study on the Influencing Factors of Depression Among Middle-aged and Elderly Individuals Based on CHARLS 2020. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine Research, 8(4), 606-614.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.26855/ijcemr.2024.10.012
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